Tuesday, August 26, 2025–9:50 a.m. -Georgia Department of Transportation- The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) announces the suspension of all lane closures on Georgia interstates during the upcoming Labor Day holiday weekend. The suspension of lane closures will begin at 12:00 p.m. Friday, August 29, through 5:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 2, to offset the…… Continue Reading
Monday, August 18, 2025–11:15 a.m. -AAA South- The Georgia gas price average inched up a penny compared to a week ago, bringing a slight bump at the pump. Georgians now pay an average price of $2.91 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, which can change overnight. Monday’s state average is 1 cent higher than it was a…… Continue Reading
Monday, August 11, 2025–10:35 a.m. -Staff reports- The Floyd County Board of Commissioners will hold the last two public hearings before they set the millage rates on Tuesday. A public hearing will be held at 8 a.m. regarding the millage rate for County M&O, Fire, and Solid Waste. Another public hearing will be held during…… Continue Reading
Monday, August 11, 2025–8:55 a.m. -AAA South- The Georgia gas price average decreased slightly at the pump compared to a week ago. Georgians now pay an average price of $2.90 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, which can change overnight. Monday’s state average is 1 cent lower than it was a week ago, 1 cent lower…… Continue Reading
Wednesday, August 6, 2025–9:00 a.m. -Staff reports- Former DeKalb County CEO Mike Thurmond has officially launched his campaign for Governor of Georgia, joining an ever-growing Democratic field. Thurmond also served as Georgia’s Labor Commissioner from 1999-2011. In a news release, Thurmond said: “I’m running for Governor to fight for working families, protect and expand access…… Continue Reading
Tuesday, August 5, 2025–7:45 a.m. -National Weather Service- The National Weather Service has extended a Flood Watch until 8 p.m. Tuesday. Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be po.ssible in portions of central, east central, north entral, northeast, northwest, southeast, and west central Georgia, including Floyd, Bartow, Gordon, Paulding and Polk Counties. Excessive runoff…… Continue Reading
Monday, August 4, 2025–11:00 a.m. -AAA South- The Georgia gas price average is holding steady, giving drivers across the Peach State a welcome pause at the pump, as the state’s average gas price holds steady at $2.91. In an unusual turn, this price remains unchanged from both last week and last month and sits 38 cents lower…… Continue Reading
Thursday, July 31, 2025–10:40 a.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- The State of Georgia has officially approved a new public charter school in Cave Spring, and on Saturday, everyone is invited to a celebration. The effort to open a charter school began shortly after the closing of Cave Spring Elementary School, and four years later, all…… Continue Reading
Wednesday, July 30, 2025–11:21 a.m. -News Release- Get ready to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness month with the Paper Doll Parade and Breast Cancer Awareness 5K, sponsored by Atrium Health Floyd. This year’s event, organized by Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation, is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 27, at Ridge Ferry Park in Rome. The 5K –…… Continue Reading
Tuesday, July 29, 2025–11:10 a.m. -Atrium Health Floyd News Release- Even though summers are short, getting back into a consistent school routine can be challenging. Dr. Mark Boudreau, a pediatrician at Atrium Health Floyd Pediatrics Shorter Ave., offers some tips for success “You can help your child thrive during the school year by supporting healthy…… Continue Reading